School Finance Officer: Budgeting, Reporting & Audits

Marchant Recruitment; Richmond; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Richmond is seeking a Finance Officer to manage core finance processes. The role includes transactional duties, support for budget monitoring, and financial reporting. Candidates should have experience in finance, strong attention to detail, and effective organisational skills. The position begins in January 2026, offering a chance to improve school operations and develop finance skills. Interested applicants should send their CV promptly.

Qualifications

• Experience in a transactional finance role, ideally within education or public sector settings.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in reconciliations.
• Effective organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase invoices and maintain accurate purchase ledger records.
• Reconcile bank accounts and oversee lettings invoices.
• Support monthly budget monitoring and variance analysis.
• Assist with payroll-related admin and pension documentation.
• Prepare documents for audits and manage grant claims.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Competency with accounting software

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

A primary school in Richmond is seeking a Finance Officer to manage core finance processes. The role includes transactional duties, support for budget monitoring, and financial reporting. Candidates should have experience in finance, strong attention to detail, and effective organisational skills. The position begins in January 2026, offering a chance to improve school operations and develop finance skills. Interested applicants should send their CV promptly.